De Haan is a lovely seaside village in northern Belgium known for its 11-kilometer-long beach lined with a popular promenade full of restaurants, cafes, and bars. When you get tired of enjoying the sun on the fine white sand, take a stroll through the streets of the Concessie district to see the city’s other face, with its magnificent and elegant Belle Époque buildings. The grand town hall is located in one of these, a former luxury hotel. Visit Villa Savoyarde, the home of Albert Einstein for several months in 1933. Just outside the town are massive sand dunes crossed by numerous hiking and biking trails. On top of one of the highest dune is Spioenkop, a tiny white pavilion with a red roof that offers spectacular views of the whole area. The kids will love the two very popular amusement parks of La Potinière and the Astridpark. Visit the massive De Grote Schamele Weecke 14th-century barn to learn about the traditional way of life in this area.